Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Warning this post contains only TRUTHThis is what it is really like being a MOM

There has been a lot of huffing out there in blogland that blogs are not real life.Staged much like a "reality tv show" Well I am here to say it doesn't get more real than this.

This is my Spa Day/Night...I have not had a chance for a pedicure in...well it will be two years come February. I know this because I remember going for a wedding 2 years ago.

Thats right, its me sitting in my son's bathroom, him in bubble bath, me on stool( I will leave the toilet part out) or not...Nail polish remover, cotton balls and the baby safety clippers. Cause my husband has once again made off with my real ones...Thanks babe.So I sit and do my toes (which I cannot show in the current state) while baby is soaking in bathtub.Cat comes in, sees how boring this is and leaves quickly.Yep, this is my spa day. A dingy childs bathroom and a minute to sit yet still multitask.This is how I do it. I make my life work with what I got.So there ya have it. I know, I know my life is so luxurious...don't hate. Its almost 2 am and it is my first alone time all day. I am beat and so wanting to lay down but I want to have just a moment...just a moment

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

What would we have done without our past, our family that paved the way for us.This garland is to represent all familyI have collected thru the years, tin types big and small. Ones with Children, Men, Women and one of the most special ones a whole family gathered, which is the centerpiece of this design.This garland has 6 vintage black gloves, leather,satin,cotton all combined.They hold vintage doily pieces and each have a REAL antique Tin Type hangingAll the items in this piece are from my vintage supplies.Black letter tiles and dominoes, My favorite, paper measuring tape dangles the lettering from the fingertips of the glove.

This is a one of a kind piece that I put a lot of love into.It is available for purchase in my Vintage shop.

Monday, November 28, 2011

This was an amazing day.I first have to thank all of you that shopped with me this weekend.People cringed when seeing me pull up to the post office and were dashing to get in front of me in line. But I am a prepared professional and all packages were processed in record time.There is 1 Day left to the sale in my shop and it is going to be a good one, I would tune in if I were you ;)

I would love to see pictures of all the trees decorated in the garlands.

I am ending my day with...you guessed it, more garland making in my quiet studio.My lamps are glowing in the evening darkness and I have It's Complicated on for background noise.The rest of the house is dark and the baby sleeps the evening away while I work like an elf in Santa's Workshop.I will skip the Post Office tomorrow and wait til Wednesday to hit it again.For now, I am so enjoying LIFE :)Thoughts go out to all my friends and family that called or emailed troubles today.I am thinking of all of you and wish the best outcomes for everyone.Have a great night

Sunday, November 27, 2011

The sale is in full swing and I am buried in garland orders.They are wrapping trees everywhere this year....Have you ordered one yet?Be sure to stop by the shop and get yours.Here are a few great things all on sale in my shopVintage flour sack bedspread/table coveringA beautiful rusted French wire basketand don't forget, one of a kind ornaments for the tree.these are french style tags made with beautiful dominoes that count 1-10(SOLD)

ALL 25% off with coupon code THANKSShop here and get it in just a few days

Enjoy your Sunday, relax, shop from the computer and let me do the work.

The sale is in full swing and I am buried in garland orders.They are wrapping trees everywhere this year....Have you ordered one yet?Be sure to stop by the shop and get yours.Here are a few great things all on sale in my shopVintage flour sack bedspread/table covering

A beautiful rusted French wire basketand don't forget, one of a kind ornaments for the tree.these are french style tags made with beautiful dominoes that count 1-10(SOLD)

ALL 25% off with coupon code THANKSShop here and get it in just a few days

Enjoy your Sunday, relax, shop from the computer and let me do the work.

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Two reasons to shop today.1. Small Business Saturday, Support the small businesses in your area or online.2. Big Sale in my Vintage Shop 25% off everything, even the new listings :)

The leftovers are gone and it is time to hit the grocery for food.We have been so busy having fun, building forts and drawing pictures.My son is not even 3 yet and is showing such great talent for his love of drawingHere are a few of his pictures of his favorite Yo Gabba Gabba Characters.What do you think? I put the character next to the drawing for ya'll to see the likenessThe rest of the weekend will be spent cleaning this home. Ugh, how do things get so crazy after just two days of taking it easy ;(I hope to fit in some more time to do a little Christmas decorating as I put away the fall decorI can't believe that fall is gone and we are on to winter...why does the summer last so long and my favorite time of year flies by in the blink of an eye.Our neighbors already have all their Christmas lights up and B loves to open our front door to see them. They have a huge frosted glowing snowman that he can't get enough of.

Friday, November 25, 2011

Did you go out, get lost in the crowd?Are you tired and still don't have what you wanted?I did not go out, I slept in and I will go out next week when all the people are at work.I went out once years ago for Black Friday and realized then that it is not worth it.I would rather pay full price than get caught up in that mess ever again.

For this weekend I will enjoy my family time and the leftovers.We had such a wonderful Thanksgiving. I am Thankful for having a husband who knows how to cook :) It was seriously the best dinner ever.I am passing the thanks on to all my followers and customersBuy one of a kind and handmade this season. Its meaning is more special than something that will just be tossed aside in a few weeks when the holidays end.To thank all of my customers and followers I am giving 25% off

Thursday, November 24, 2011

We are enjoying a beautiful and relaxing day as a family.The cookies have been baked, cranberry and chocolate chip, the turkey is ready to go in the oven and I am burning the most wonderful smelling candle ever!I picked it up at Anthropologie the other night and it is perfect for a fall afternoon.The smell fills the house with just one little candle.Also don't forget, after the guest and turkey are gone, head online for some easy shopping and no crowds. Buy one of a kind and handmade this season. Its meaning is more special than something that will just be tossed aside in a few weeks when the holidays end.To thank all of my customers and followers I am giving 25% off

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

I started cleaning my studio last night and inspiration always hits when you are putting away a mess and come across little things that pile up and then you look and say, OH that looks good together. I then get sidetracked and the cleaning stops and the creating begins.A little leather coin purse nest. Was born.It will be available here later today.Maybe I need to go in and clean more often to get inspired :)Would be a great gift to give this holiday season or hang upon your tree.

Then last week I stated that I would do a Tuesday Story time and craft.We started with this super cute board book to teach Brooklyn about the 1st Thanksgiving.It has really cute interactive flaps to lift as you read along. We found this at Barnes and Noble a few weeks back. It was the only little book on Thanksgiving he was fond of...and me too :)So our turkey hand prints are dry and laying on our table.This is a super easy way for the kids to do a craft. We usedCrayola washable finger paints, they really are super easy to clean up.I put out colors mixed on pieces of tin foil and pressed his hand in the color then right onto the muslin runner. I layered tin foil under the runner as not to get it on the table.We went back and added legs, gobbler,and eyes with a toothpick and sharpie.put a few finger print dots all around to fill it in. Let it dry for 24-48 hours.It dries nice and bright! I will cherish it always and we had so much fun making it.You could also do this for place mats for the Thanksgiving table. I will back this in a fun fabric and roll it out every year for us to use.

Monday, November 21, 2011

Lots of new goodies going to the shop today. (The basket is now SOLD)Trim a tree and great gifts for the primitive vintage lover on your list....or just you :)

I have had these amazing 1920's paper dolls for years and I keep passing over them.They need a loving home to be framed and taken care of properly. (SOLD)Get them here Dolls are still available Also lots of one of a kind trim a tree coming your way.Ornaments made of vintage book bindings and clothespin ornaments.Great way to decorate your french tree this year.Stay tuned for more.I am trying to be good today and list lots of things.It has been a very busy week in my shop and I thank all of you that have come by and placed orders. I am shipping lots out today so hopefully the lines are short at the P.O.Beat the rush and order early ;)